Acknowledgement of Country

CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation

The Opportunity

• Bring your marine science field research experience to work!
• Supportive, rewarding, inclusive and truly flexible environment.
• Join CSIRO - Australia's National Science and Innovation Agency! 

CSIRO’s CSIRO’s Oceans and Atmosphere conducts research to help protect the marine and atmospheric environment and manage the impacts of weather, extreme events, climate variability, and climate change. Our team develops Australia’s national climate and earth system model, ACCESS, to simulate the likely impacts of human behaviour on our earth system into the future. We use these simulations to enable assessments of, and responses to, the risks posed by climate variability and change.

As a Senior Experimental Scientist, you’ll be a part of a multidisciplinary team of scientists that studies Australian marine ecosystems contributing to research that supports healthy marine ecosystems and the sustainable growth of the blue economy. You’ll undertake statistical data analysis, sample processing, writing of scientific reports and manuscripts, code management and detailed planning, development, preparation and undertaking of field research. The position is based in Perth as part of the Environment Business Unit, within the Coastal Ecosystems and Modelling Team.

Your duties will include:

• Analysing and managing large, multivariate datasets using programming languages such as R, SQL and/or Python
• Undertaking complex image analysis tasks including the identification of tropical animals and plants from still photos and videos.
• Applying highly developed conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills to produce scientific publications and reports
• Leading the fieldwork campaigns including the mastering of commercial vessels
• Assisting in the design, collection and post-processing of data to ensure data management and QA/QC requirements

Location: Crawley, WA
Salary: AU$89k – AU$101k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Indefinite / Full-time
Reference: 90851

To be considered you will need:

• Relevant PhD in tropical marine science with substantial post-doctoral research experience in the field of marine science or equivalent relevant work experience in this field.
• SCUBA diving qualifications (Part 1 Commercial Diver Restricted or equivalent) and significant experience in conducting research and scientific diving from small vessels demonstrated to a high level of competence.
• Full Coxswains Certification.
• Experience in or ability to deliver marine ecological fieldwork including knowledge of research methods used in the study of marine ecology.
• Experience in analysing and managing large, multivariate datasets using programming languages such as R, SQL and/or Python.

For full details about this role please review the Position Description.

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents with full work rights.

Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements like pre-employment medical examination as well as working with children check prior to confirmation of appointment.

Flexible Working Arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. 

Diversity and Inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. 

About CSIRO

At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact. 

CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.

Join us and start creating tomorrow today!

How to Apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

Applications Close

15 January 2023, 11:00pm AEDT